When you get hurt in a car accident and someone else is to blame, they may try to lie about their role in the crash. If the other driver simply won’t tell the truth, you need to build a more convincing case against them. A Prince George’s County auto accident lawyer can help you gather evidence and keep your side of the story consistent.
How Can I Build a Case Against the Other Driver?
If you want to build a more effective case, you should:
Gather any evidence that you can: This means photos of the damaged vehicles and accident scene, copies of the police report, and anything else that can show how the crash occurred. If a nearby business or resident has a security camera, it’s worthwhile to see if it caught the accident. If there is a witness, getting their contact information and having their testimony on the record is helpful.
Speak only when necessary: Keep your story consistent but, more importantly, do not speak unless you really need to. Your lawyer can handle communications on your behalf.
Keep track of the other driver’s story: Take notes when the driver tells you their version of events. Take more notes when they repeat their story. If the details don’t match up, point that out and show that they are not a reliable source of information.
What Kinds of Damages Can I Win If I Sue the Other Driver?
When you successfully sue the other driver for damages, you should not just be reimbursed for the economic costs of the accident. Your compensation should also address the trauma you went through and how your injuries and recovery will affect your mental health. We can help you fight for a fair offer that helps make up for:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Property damage, like the cost of replacing or repairing your car
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning potential
- Psychological trauma
- Mental anguish
- Loss of enjoyment
- Any other pain and suffering you experienced as a result of the crash
You should also know that you do not have unlimited time to take legal action. If you want to recover damages in Maryland, you must sue within three years of the accident. This statute of limitations applies in most personal injury cases, so don’t lose your chance to pursue compensation and hold the other driver accountable for their negligence.
What Can a Lawyer Do For Me?
An experienced attorney can do many things to help you with your case. They can help you:
- Gather evidence
- Connect with expert witnesses who can testify on your behalf
- Handle negotiations with insurers
- Calculate fair compensation
- Prepare you for testimony or depositions
Meet With Our Legal Team
When you are ready to learn more about how a lawyer can help you with your case, contact McCarthy, Winkelman & Mester, L.L.P. and schedule your consultation. There’s no obligation, so take the time to meet our legal team today.
